Senior NHP Resource & Procurement Manager

About the role

Responsible for the strategic sourcing, procurement, inventory management, and operational coordination of non-human primates (NHPs) to support preclinical studies. Ensures regulatory compliance, animal welfare, and seamless study execution through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure NHPs from domestic and international suppliers
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, pricing, and performance
• Forecast supply and mitigate procurement risks
• Oversee animal inventory systems and ensure data accuracy
• Plan and forecast colony needs to meet study timelines
• Cover import/export, quarantine, and transportation logistics
• Ensure compliance with AWA, USDA, GLP, and IACUC requirements
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory readiness
• Cover inter-site transfers and study scheduling
• Oversee animal selection, screening, and study readiness
• Maintain procurement records, reporting, and dashboards
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Animal Science, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent experience and education to fulfill essential job duties.
• Minimum 5+ years in procurement, inventory, or preclinical operations; experience with laboratory animals preferred.
• MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and industry specific manuals.
• Ability to write advanced reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills are required.
• Personal/professional integrity and proven discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results.
• Relevant industry experience a plus.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with GLP, AWA, USDA, and IACUC standards.

Benefits

• The salary range estimated for this position is $105,000 - $150,000.
• Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
• Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
• Altasciences’ Incentive Programs Include Training & Development Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Pay

The salary range estimated for this position is $105,000 - $150,000.

Schedule

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